Bus Driver On-Call

Transportation Aide

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to transport campers to and from various camp recreation activities and planned events. Employees in this classification are responsible for assisting any special needs campers in and out of the transportation vehicle. Objective is to provide safe transportation within the county for campers and recreation staff.

The following duties are normal for this position :

• Operates transportation vehicle with heightened awareness of driving conditions and surroundings and in observance of established safety precautions and driving procedures.
• Stops vehicle at assigned locations and destinations, assists campers on and off vehicle; renders sensitive assistance to riders with special needs; assumes responsibility for the safety of all passengers.
• Familiarizes Transportation Aides with all phases of transportation and emergency evacuation.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Instructs children in safety precautions and practices; conducts emergency evacuation drills with students on buses, as needed. Maintains discipline on the bus; reports unruly behavior to camp administrator. Performs safety inspection of the bus prior to departure and reports defects or problems with vehicle to superior; monitors mechanical condition, e.g., gasoline, oil, fluids, tires, brakes. Works with camp staff to effectively and safely provide transportation to and from various camp outings.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required or assigned.

Employee must possess and maintain a Valid CDL Class B Florida Driver's License and a clean driving record.

High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Valid CDL Class B Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record; prior experience driving bus for children is preferred.

Physical demands include being seated for extended periods, some heavy lifting and carrying, reaching, pulling, pushing, balancing, throwing. Ability to climb into cab of vehicle or equipment. Acceptable eyesight and hearing, with or without correction, is required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

Employee may be subjected to varying and changing weather conditions as well as noise, fumes, gases, odors, slippery and uneven surfaces. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.